In a major boost to legal education and academic development, the Kuliyangerri of Ilorin Emirate, Professor Yusuf Olaolu Ali, SAN, has donated law textbooks worth several millions of naira to Muhammad Kamalud-deen University (MKU), Ilorin.
The donation, which is aimed at supporting the University’s preparation for the commencement of its Law programme, was officially presented on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Ghalib Chambers, Ilorin.
Speaking during the presentation ceremony, Professor Yusuf Olaolu Ali, a respected legal practitioner and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, said the gesture was part of his commitment to encouraging quality education and supporting institutions dedicated to raising future professionals in the legal field.
He noted that education remains one of the strongest pillars of national development, expressing optimism that Muhammad Kamalud-deen University possesses the vision and capacity to nurture competent legal practitioners who would positively impact society.
Responding on behalf of the University, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Rasheed Gbenga Jimoh, FNCS, described the donation as a significant intervention that would strengthen the institution’s effort towards establishing a standard Faculty of Law.
According to him, the donated textbooks would enrich the University library and provide the needed academic support for both students and lecturers ahead of the take-off of the Law programme.
Professor Jimoh noted that the University remains committed to achieving one of its cardinal goals of promoting the enduring legacies of its Founder, Sheikh (Dr.) Muhammad Kamaldeen Habeebullah Musa Al-Adaby, adding that the gesture received from the Kuliyangerri further demonstrates the deep respect and admiration he has for the late renowned scholar of blessed memory, as well as his willingness to support the University in achieving this important objective.
The Vice-Chancellor expressed appreciation to Professor Yusuf Olaolu Ali on behalf of the Governing Council, management, staff, students and the entire University community for what he described as a generous contribution towards educational growth and institutional development.
He also offered prayers for Allah’s continued blessings, good health and greater accomplishments for the donor in recognition of his outstanding commitment to advancing education.
The donation further reflects the growing support being enjoyed by Muhammad Kamalud-deen University from distinguished stakeholders who share the institution’s vision of academic excellence, innovation and service to humanity.
